Synonyms for Christmas & Similar Words
Definition of christmas
- noun
- period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6
- a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Christ; a quarter day in England, Wales, and Ireland
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "christmas"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like yule, yuletide, xmas can replace "christmas" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Christmas" in song lyrics
See how christmas is used in real songs:
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"And there were jumping jacks and whistlers over Christmas"
Aesop Rock — Citronella -
"Every album banks in a box, like it's Christmas"
Afu-Ra — Dynamite -
"Tell me why you dissed us, birthdays and Christmas"
Ak-9ine — Mama Song